Fans of NBC's 'The West Wing,' rejoice. The White House on Friday brought on stars Joshua Malina and Bradley Whitford to introduce a "Big Block of Cheese Day" in order to expand access to administration officials with the aid of social media.

The idea was discussed in the show but originally draws historical inspiration from an 1837 open house hosted by President Andrew Jackson that featured a 1,400-pound block of cheese in the White House foyer.

Cheese fans are in for some disappointment, however, as this White House plans to serve up the gouda virtually. Next Wednesday, following President Obama's State of the Union address, dozens of officials will take questions on on Twitter, Facebook, Tumblr, Instagram and via Google+Hangout.

Watch the video with Malina and Whitford, including White House press secretary Jay Carney, below: